Gareth Jenkinson

Gareth Jenkinson is a journalist and radio presenter based in Durban, South Africa. When he’s not talking about sport on the airwaves - he’s got his eye on the Cryptocurrency market.

Author’s posts

Analysis

A record-breaking year for DeFi, but can it break away from the negative perceptions around yield farming and pump-and-dump schemes?

DeFi-ing expectations: Great opportunities in crypto can come at a price

Gareth Jenkinson

2020-11-22T11:47:00+00:00

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As access to crypto spreads across Africa, blockchain could be crucial in improving cross-border payments and settlement systems.

Can blockchain make a difference? Africa sees vast monetary potential

Gareth Jenkinson

2020-11-15T15:00:00+00:00

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Follow up

Coinbase’s new “apolitical” culture has led to some employees taking severance packages, as the crypto community reacts with ambivalence.

The curious case of Coinbase — employees driven out by ‘apolitical’ stance

Gareth Jenkinson

2020-10-18T12:30:00+01:00

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Analysis

COVID-19 has forced businesses around the world to adapt to new ways as crypto companies embrace the “decentralized normal.”

COVID-19: Decentralization the norm as workplaces adjust to new normal

Gareth Jenkinson

2020-09-29T17:49:13+01:00

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Follow up

SushiSwap’s community will take charge of the platform once it completes its migration to a multisignature contract from Uniswap.

Creator leaves SushiSwap in hot water as multisig revival is on the menu

Gareth Jenkinson

2020-09-08T20:42:00+01:00

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Analysis

As the Ryuk ransomware continues to wreak havoc, tracking ransomware payments has become critical in stopping criminals from cashing out.

The mischievous Ryuk: Combatting the ‘Death Note’-inspired ransomware

Gareth Jenkinson

2020-09-02T15:13:49+01:00

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Analysis

Recent advertising campaigns by cryptocurrency fund management firms are well timed as investors look for safe havens from inflation.

Key Timing for Adoption? Crypto Goes Mainstream With TV, Newspaper Ads

Gareth Jenkinson

2020-08-18T17:46:00+01:00

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Blockchain smartphones and crypto-storing watches: Which innovative devices have actually gone from concept to reality?

Blockchain Phones and Bitcoin Watches: Revisiting the Crypto Tech Hype

Gareth Jenkinson

2020-08-16T07:00:00+01:00

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